Obits

Obituary: Vickie Hunt, 70, of Hart

July 24, 2026

Vickie Hunt, 70, of Hart, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. She was born in Pekin, Ill. on May 15, 1956. Vickie was a proud artist and created nautical and beach themed artwork with her husband, Terry Hunt. They traveled everywhere between Florida, Michigan, and Wisconsin to display and sell their woodworking trade at various art shows. Vickie is…

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Obituary: Ronald Lee Gillis, 78, of of Glenrock, Wyo

July 16, 2026

Ronald L. (Ron) Gillis, 78, of Glenrock, Wyo., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 30,2026 in Casper, Wyo. with his wife Beverly and his dog Charlie by his side. Ron was born in Ludington on Dec.. 6, 1947, to John and Olga Gillis. He grew up on the family farm in Pentwater. He was expected to work the family farm,…

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Obituary: Judith (Judy) Ann Osten-Sacken, 92, of Hart

July 14, 2026

Judith (Judy) Ann Osten-Sacken, 92, of Hart, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 11, 2026, with family by her side. Judy was born on Dec. 27, 1933, in Hart, to Merle ¨Doc¨ and Martha Wood (nee Anderson). She graduated co-salutatorian from Hart High School in 1952 and then completed her studies at the University of Michigan´s dental hygiene program in…

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Obituary: Austin Matthew Smith, 20, of Shelby

July 13, 2026

Austin Matthew Smith, 20, born Oct. 18, 2005 passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026 leaving behind a legacy of joy, loyalty, and adventure. Rarely seen without a smile on his face, Austin brought light into every room he entered. His contagious laugh was unforgettable, and his big heart knew no bounds. He had an enormous love and loyalty to…

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Obituary: Germaine Lucina Malburg, 101, of Hart

July 6, 2026

Germaine Lucina Malburg (née Alvesteffer), known and loved by everyone as “Mom”, “Gerry”, “Aunt Gerry,” “Grandma”, ”Gram”,“ Great Grandma”, “Grandma Cookie” and “Great Grandma Muffin Lady”, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday, July 3, 2026, at the age of 101. Gerry was born March 25, 1925, to Joseph and Florence Alvesteffer, one of 14 children. She was preceded…

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